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A160 GAP

1984 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

528 mi
Last recorded528 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1984 Piaggio Vespa13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA160 GAP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 528 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 518 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 518 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded Tyre profile incorrect , fouling swing arm (6.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 488 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 469 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 3,773 miles

bolt missing from front fender

front brake requires adjustment/repair

Fail 13 Jun 2014 3,773 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

bolt missing from front fender

front brake requires adjustment/repair

Pass 26 Jun 2013 3,192 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 7 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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A160 GAP is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1984 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 13,670 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A160 GAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 42 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A160 GAP registered?

A160 GAP is a 1984 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A160 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A160 GAP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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